The bill amends existing law to include chemical castration treatment as a mandatory condition of parole for sex offenders. Specifically, it requires that the district court inform offenders about the treatment and its potential side effects, and that they begin the treatment at least one month prior to their release from custody. The corrections department is responsible for administering the treatment while the offender is incarcerated, and if released, the parole officer will guide them on where to receive the treatment. Additionally, offenders are required to authorize the sharing of their medical records related to the treatment with the parole board.
Furthermore, the bill stipulates that if a sex offender refuses to undergo chemical castration treatment, this refusal will be considered a violation of their parole, leading to their immediate return to custody for the remainder of their sentence. The legislation also clarifies that while offenders are responsible for the costs associated with the treatment, they cannot be denied parole solely based on their inability to pay. The bill defines "chemical castration treatment" as the use of hormonal drugs to reduce the likelihood of sexual violence recidivism.